Rain, tea, and Thai dramas to binge-watch: Slice-of-life romances to melt into

Rainy days call for cozy corners, steaming cups of tea, and the kind of Thai dramas that tug at your heartstrings. Whether it's a slow-burn romance, a story of tender friendship, or a quiet emotional journey, these slice-of-life series offer the perfect escape. Many of these shows fall under the "BL" (Boys' Love) genre - a popular form of storytelling in Asian dramas that centers on romantic relationships between male characters, celebrated for its emotional depth and heartfelt narratives.

Love by Chance

• Release date: 3 August 2018
• Genres: Romance, Life, Youth
• Where to watch: Viki

This fan-favorite BL series is known for its sweet, heartfelt story. It follows Pete, a shy and wealthy university student who hides his sexuality due to past betrayal. One day, he's accidentally knocked over by Ae, a kind-hearted boy who quickly becomes his protector.

As Ae shields Pete from fake friends and offers genuine care, a quiet bond forms. Ae starts falling for Pete, unaware that Pete is falling too ¡ª but is afraid to admit it, fearing the pain that love between two men can bring. Their love begins with a crash but grows into something deep and real.

You & Me & Me

• Release date: 9 February 2023
• Genres: Romance, Youth, Drama
• Where to watch: Netflix

In the final days of the 20th century, as the world braces for Y2K, identical twins You and Me face a much more personal uncertainty ¡ª their first brush with love. Having spent their entire lives in sync, sharing everything from secrets to dreams, the arrival of a boy named Mark changes everything.

When love enters the picture ¡ª a kind of love that can¡¯t be divided ¡ª the bond between the sisters is tested for the first time. What unfolds is a quiet, emotional coming-of-age story about growing apart to grow up, and learning that even the deepest connections must evolve.

Cutie Pie

• Release date: 19 February 2022
• Genres: Business, Comedy, Romance, Drama
• Where to watch: Viki

This BL drama tells the story of a wealthy heir and a spirited young musician brought together by an arranged engagement. Lian Kilen Wang, a composed and emotionally distant businessman, is bound by a promise made to his grandfather. Kuea ¡°Kirin¡± Keerati, who works at Lian¡¯s family company, dreams of a love that¡¯s real - not just an obligation.

When Lian dismisses any romantic feelings, Kuea suggests breaking off the engagement. But Lian refuses to let go. As he tries to mend what¡¯s broken, Lian begins to warm to Kuea's sincerity, slowly confronting a truth he can¡¯t ignore: maybe he didn¡¯t fall in love - maybe he was always in love.

I Told Sunset About You

• Release date: 22 October 2020
• Genres: Romance, Youth, Drama
• Where to watch: Viki, Netflix

Teh and Oh-aew were once inseparable childhood friends ¡ª until a moment of youthful pride turned them into rivals. Years later, fate brings them back together in a Chinese language class as they prepare for university entrance exams, both aiming to study Communication Arts.

Their unexpected reunion stirs up memories and emotions neither of them fully understands. As old wounds resurface and new feelings begin to emerge, Teh and Oh-aew find themselves caught between friendship, rivalry, and something far more complicated.

Love in the Air

• Release date: 18 August 2022
• Genres: Comedy, Romance, Life, Drama
• Where to watch: Viki

This BL drama follows the intertwined journeys of two couples, blending themes of love, timing, and emotional growth. Rain and Sky, two close friends facing personal struggles, meet Payu and Prapai ¡ª mysterious men who bring both comfort and chaos into their lives.

As the seasons shift from spring to winter, so do their relationships ¡ª full of warmth, intensity, and uncertainty. What starts as an unexpected connection slowly transforms into a deeper emotional storm, leaving their hearts to follow where love leads.

2gether: The Series

• Release date: 21 February 2020
• Genres: Music, Comedy, Romance, Drama
• Where to watch: Viki

What begins as a harmless plan quickly turns into something far more complicated. Tine, a confident college cheerleader, finds himself the target of persistent affection from Green. Desperate to shake him off, Tine ropes in Sarawat ¡ª the campus star known for his cool demeanor and musical charm ¡ª to pose as his fake boyfriend.

At first, it¡¯s all just strategy. But the longer they pretend, the more tangled their emotions become. Pretend glances turn genuine, and the fake relationship starts to feel all too real. In time, both are forced to confront a simple truth: they¡¯re not faking it anymore ¡ª and maybe, they never were.